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Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Science in Psychology (MGSC02.1)
Please note these are the 2019 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
4.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Health | Canberra Business School Discipline of Psychology |
361545 | |
| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 | |
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Commonwealth Support Place (CSP)
Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Research Students
Most domestic Higher Degree by Research students are supported by an Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset Scholarship and are not liable for fees up the standard course duration. Find out more about your eligibility here.
AQF Level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
4.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Health | Canberra Business School Discipline of Psychology |
099010B | |
| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
|
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View requirements | 7 | |
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
AQF level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
Add some business flair to your psychology degree. Think about it!
Accredited by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC) and approved by the Australian Psychological Society (now that’s credibility), the Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Science in Psychology double degree will give you a broad understanding of the theory and practice of business in areas such as management, marketing, service management, human resource management, entrepreneurship, innovation and international business. It will also enable you to apply your analytical and creative skills within a variety of disciplinary and cultural backgrounds.
For managers and aspiring managers, the course offers a broad and coherent theoretical and technical knowledge in a range of core areas of business as well as the necessary skills to be effective in today’s changing workplaces.
From a psychology perspective (and you’ll certainly gain perspective while studying these qualifications!), you’ll explore the science behind the discipline, apply research methods to conduct studies, ethically interpret the results and write reports according to APAC’s conventions.
Aiming for a rewarding career as a counsellor, psychologist, youth worker or in HR, marketing, industrial relations or training and development? Want the necessary know-how and insights needed to run your own business? Here’s the qualification that will ensure you’re mentally prepared!
Combine a Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science in Psychology at UC and you will:
- acquire a broad understanding of the theory and practice of management, be able to recognise specific problem-solving contexts and apply your analytical and creative skills within a variety of disciplines and cultural backgrounds
- specialise in a range of management areas, including marketing, service management, human resource management, entrepreneurship, innovation and international business
- acquire an understanding of the scientific basis of the discipline of psychology and understand the research methods used by psychologists
- gain an ability to apply research methods to design and conduct studies, analyse and interpret results and write research reports using APAC conventions
- understand the application of values, research and professional ethics in psychological research and in other professional contexts.
Career opportunities
A UC Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science in Psychology offers graduates the skills required to explore clinical and business careers in the public or private sectors, including private practice. Graduates will be equipped to pursue opportunities in these fields:
- clinical psychology
- counselling
- youth work
- consumer research
- marketing
- human resources
- industrial relations
- training and development
- program co-ordination and welfare
- policy and research.
Professional accreditation
Refer to individual courses.
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
Additional admission requirements
Refer to individual courses.
Assumed knowledge
Refer to individual courses.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Science in Psychology (MGSC02) | 96 credit points
Note:
- From 2025, unit 12055 Marketing Analytics has been replaced by unit 12157 Social Marketing - Marketing for Good.
- Unit 11180 Marketing Research Methods has been closed and replaced with unit 12055 Marketing Analytics from 2024.
Big Data in Marketing (12054) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- From 2025, unit 12054 Big Data in Marketing has been replaced by unit 12158 Big Data and Marketing Analytics.
- Unit 11181 Relationship Marketing has been closed and replaced with unit 12054 Big Data in Marketing from 2024.
Note:
- Unit 11177 Negotiation and Sales Management has been closed and replaced with unit 12053 Integrated Marketing Communication from 2024.
Service Operations, Technology and Interfaces (11185) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Service Design Project (11188) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- From 2021 unit 11043 has been replaced by unit 11655.
Contemporary Issues: Future of Business (12050) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Note:
- From 2024, 11176 Marketing Fundamentals has moved to CM0014 Core Major in Business. Students who completed 11176 before 2024 can count this unit towards SM0020 and are not required to complete 12050.
- From 2024, Students who have not yet completed 11176 towards SM0020 are to complete 12050.
Note:
- Unit 11203 has been closed. Students are to enrol in 11379 from 2024.
Note:
- Unit 11199 has been closed. Students are to enrol in 9531 from 2024.
Note:
- Unit 11190 has been closed. Students are to enrol in 11197 from 2024.
- 1. The new Specialist Major in Sport Management is available from Semester 1, 2020.
- 2. The award name for the Business part of this course is determined by choice of major. E.g. Completion of the Specialist Major in Marketing leads to the award 'Bachelor of Business (Marketing)'.
- From Semester 1 2019 11399 Understanding People and Behaviour replaces 4309 Psychology 101. Students who have passed 4309 do not need to complete the new unit.
- All of the above listed units are required for accreditation by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC) and approval by the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Note:
- From 2024, units 10158, 10236, 11166, 11167 and 11168 have been replaced with new BGL Internship units.
- 1. The internships and the International Business Study Tour options will require either in person placement hours in a business or on an overseas study tour and are not offered wholly online.
- 2. Students must pass a minimum of 1 unit from Part A. Two units may be chosen from Part A or one from Part A and one from Part B.
- 3. Students who undertook two units listed in the current Part B section prior to 2024 can still count the units towards their course. Students from 2024 need to select at least 1 unit from Part A.
- International Exchange: Students may also choose to undertake units at an international institution, subject to approval by the Program Director.
Open Electives - 3 credit points as follows
- - Must pass 3 credit points from anywhere in the University.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
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Core Major in Business Restricted Choice Unit
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Service Operations, Technology and Interfaces (11185)
SM0026 Service Management Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Core Major in Business Restricted Choice Unit
Year 4
Semester 1
Core Major in Business Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Service Design Project (11188)
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Semester 1
Semester 2
Core Major in Business Restricted Choice Unit
Year 4
Semester 1
Service Operations, Technology and Interfaces (11185)
SM0026 Service Management Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Service Design Project (11188)
Core Major in Business Restricted Choice Unit
Open Elective Unit
Year 5
Course duration
Standard 4 years full-time or equivalent. Maximum 10 years.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| See individual courses. | - |
Majors
- Specialist Major in International Business (SM0023)
- Specialist Major in Service Management (SM0026)
- Specialist Major in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (SM0020)
- Specialist Major in Human Resource Management (SM0022)
- Specialist Major in Marketing (SM0025)
- Specialist Major in Sport Management (SM0027)
- Specialist Major in Management (SM0024)
- Core Major in Business (CM0014)
- Major in Psychological Science (MJ0102)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Psychology | BSc Psych |
| Bachelor of Business (Entrepreneurship and Innovation) | BBus (Entrepreneurship&Innovation) |
| Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) | BBus (HumanResMgt) |
| Bachelor of Business (International Business) | BBus (IntlBus) |
| Bachelor of Business (Management) | BBus (Mgt) |
| Bachelor of Business (Marketing) | BBus (Mktg) |
| Bachelor of Business (Service Management) | BBus (ServiceMgt) |
| Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) | BBus (SportMgt) |
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
Related courses
- Bachelor of Business (Entrepreneurship & Innovation) (MGB101)
- Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) (MGB103)
- Bachelor of Business (International Business) (MGB104)
- Bachelor of Business (Management) (MGB105)
- Bachelor of Business (Marketing) (MGB106)
- Bachelor of Business (Service Management) (MGB107)
- Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) (MGB108)
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology (780AA)
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Current and Commencing Students | In person: Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email: bglstudent@canberra.edu.au |
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email: study@canberra.edu.au or Phone: 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students | Email: international@canberra.edu.au or Phone: +61 2 6201 5342 |
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